Best Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Seattle with free parking

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Front of property
Economy Single Room | Desk, free WiFi
Reception
Towels
Desk, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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12045 Aurora Avenue North, Seattle, WA, 98133
  • Place, Northwest Hospital and Medical Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Carkeek Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Northgate Station
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Economy Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(92 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Seattle

Located in Bitter Lake within a mile (2 km) of Northwest Hospital and Medical Center, Best Motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Northgate Station. This 28-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Puetz Golf Driving Range - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Northwest Hospital and Medical Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carkeek Park - 4 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Northgate Station - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Regal Thornton Place - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Northgate Station - 5 min drive
  • Edmonds Station - 14 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gourmet Latte - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪온미 ONMI Korean Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Best Motel

Motel in Seattle with free parking
At Best Motel, guests have access to a vending machine. Free parking is available if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Microwaves, coffee makers, and desks are other standard amenities. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 100.00 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Best Motel?

Best Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Motel?

As of Feb 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Motel on Feb 18, 2026 start from $73.46, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around Best Motel?

This motel is situated in Bitter Lake, close to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 and Woodland Park Zoo. You'll also find Northgate Station and Green Lake Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Best Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Best Motel include a casino?

No, Best Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Best Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Best Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Best Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Best Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Motel.

Does Best Motel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

What is the closest airport to Best Motel?

The closest major airport to Best Motel is Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base), which is 7.9 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field), which is located 14.3 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Motel?

No, at Best Motel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Best Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 546 out of 827 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 827 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 827 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 827 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 827 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly it was well kept up for a old motel. Great for someone needing a place for a few nights with the basics of sleeping. I paid more for less and probably will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby L

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

glen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff and a clean, quiet room at a very reasonable rate! Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was fabulous the staff amazing. I had reserved the room for a night and my bf got stuck so I had to get for an extra 2 nights, they have been very accommodating. I'm in Utah and it's been a simple process..Amazing stay very grateful. visiting there, could be a half but not with this company
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carsan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely remodeled motel (especially for the area) room was excellent and staff very friendly and helpful. I will absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, really nice staff, secure property, surprisingly quiet for its proximity to a busy road. Yes, it is a budget motel so it’s not exactly big on amenities, but it’s a ~20 minute drive from downtown Seattle, so it was well worth it for needing a place to crash for a night after seeing a show. I guess the only actual issue we had was the WiFi didn’t work for us, but it really didn’t matter because cell service was fine in the area, and everything else was great, so I would say that was pretty minor. Just FYI, they do hold a $100 deposit on a credit card during your stay, so make sure to factor that into your budget if money is tight. They released the hold not even two hours after we left, though, so it all worked out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safe parking and clean rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simple and economical
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lizbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Second time we stayed here. It private and the staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delisa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delisa

Liked: Amenities
Safe parking behind enclosed gate. Excellent Family run hotel. The staff is super friendly and accommodating. I stay here about twice a month to go sailing out on Puget sound and love this convenient location. Most importantly I feel valued and appreciated each time I stay here. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Shiloh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
They didn’t have the room I had reserved with a king bed. Unacceptable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carsan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Cheong

Disliked: Amenities
small size, meagre amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jianluo

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Motiram

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Business traveler
I went up to Seattle for a few days for a class and needed a place close to the city that would t break the bank. The area is not great. It’s right on a busy four lane and it’s all commercial around it but, for a place to stay? It’s great. The parking is secured by a gate. The rooms are clean, the beds comfortable, it’s modern because it has recently been updated and it’s quiet. The staff are very nice and I would stay there again in a heartbeat. I had no complaints whatsoever.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome and friendly. The room was clean and comfortable. Excellent value for the price. Love the gated parking. Will come back if I need to stay in the area again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025